Nixon
Nixon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɪk.sɪn/ · /ˈnɪk.sən/
Meaning and origin of Nixon
- An English surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
From Nick + -son, an alteration of Nickson, originally a patronymic meaning "son of Nicholas".
How popular is Nixon?
Since 1880, 339 girls and 7,389 boys in the U.S. have been named Nixon (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4135 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #482 in 2017. In 2025, 214 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Nixon FAQ
What does the name Nixon mean?
An English surname transferred from the given name. From Nick + -son, an alteration of Nickson, originally a patronymic meaning "son of Nicholas".
What is the origin of the name Nixon?
Nixon is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Nixon?
Since 1880, 339 girls and 7,389 boys in the U.S. have been named Nixon (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4135 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #482 in 2017. In 2025, 214 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nixon a boy or girl name?
Nixon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 339 girls and 7,389 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.